Executive Assistant to Country Representative
Details / requirements:
WWF Nepal, the global conservation organization leading international efforts for a living planet, seeks applications from qualified Nepali candidates for the following full-time position. If you think you are an achiever and willing to work within a diverse team in a multicultural environment with commitment and passion for what you believe in, you are highly encouraged to apply.
Job Description
Proactively coordinates and manages the overall functioning of the Country Representative’s (CR) office. Provides administrative support to the Country Representative by using extensive knowledge of organizational policy & procedures with a high level of technical skill. This position operates with considerable independent judgment and initiative while maintaining high confidentiality.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Ensure the smooth functioning of the CR’s Office
2. Liaison
3. Visitor Management
4. Arrangement of national and international workshops and seminars
5. Rapporteur in-office meetings
6. Correspondence Management, Central Filing System and Reports
7. CR’s Travel Facilitation
8. Other Duties
Working Relationships:
Internal: This position has daily contact of a complex and confidential nature with senior staff members and regularly with staff in the office and the WWF network.
External: This position has daily contact with external individuals to coordinate and respond to requests, coordinate external activities, etc. Interacts frequently with Government officials, partner organizations, donors, embassies, hotels, travel agencies, etc, and the WWF network.
Qualifications
Knowledge: Bachelor’s degree in any field
Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a similar position.
Skills and Abilities:
- This position requires organizational, prioritization, and analytical skills necessary to coordinate complex travel schedules and coordinate executive office activities
- This incumbent requires excellent communication skills, and empathy and should be people-oriented. S/he also requires diplomacy and the capacity to take initiative and work as a part of the team. Strong oral and written communication (i.e. spelling, grammar, and proofreading) skills are required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills requiring coordination, courtesy, and tact are necessary to communicate effectively with staff, partners, donors, and visitors
- Should have the ability to take initiative, prioritize, complete work with minimal supervision, and meet deadlines
- Should maintain a high degree of confidentiality
- The candidate should be willing to travel to the field and should possess good organizational and interpersonal skills.
Additional Information
Interested applicants are requested to apply for the position by 17:00 hours on January 22, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed.
For more information and to apply visit: https://smrtr.io/pssnM
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WWF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please join us in our mission to save life on Earth.